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Earl Grey is a classic black tea that is flavored with oil extracted from the rind of bergamot oranges. The tea is named after Charles Grey, the 2nd Earl Grey and former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, who is said to have been given the recipe as a gift from a Chinese Mandarin.
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The tea itself is made from black tea leaves that are grown in a variety of regions, including Sri Lanka, India, and China. Once the tea leaves have been harvested and processed, they are then blended with the oil of bergamot oranges, which gives the tea its distinctive citrusy and floral aroma.
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Earl Grey tea is beloved by tea drinkers around the world for its bold and robust flavor, which is balanced by the subtle citrus notes of the bergamot oil. It can be enjoyed on its own or with a splash of milk and sugar, and is often served as a refreshing afternoon tea.
